“We are at the best time to train and to grow!”

Spanish hairstylist Ziortza Zarauza on how Spanish hairdressing has evolved and the role of training during the pandemic.

- RACHNA VIRDI

Q You have a long history despite being still young. From everything you’ve experienced and learned, what are you most proud of?

A This profession has given me many opportunities and has allowed me to enjoy experiences that I never imagined. I experienced the Style Master final in Lisbon, in which I got the “Best Technique Award 2014”. There were hundreds of Spanish hairdressers cheering me on. It was incredible! But, if I had to choose, the most exciting memory that, I have engraved in my memory, is the fashion show at the 2017 Fígaro Awards, where I presented my collection Goddesses of War. When the warriors appeared on the catwalk, I was so nervous that I could hardly look. I did not win that time, but I remember the reaction of the people, their ovation and, above all, their affection that night. I still get excited just thinking about it and it gives me goosebumps!

Q What projects are you currently working on?

A We are in a very difficult year, in which the only project is to ‘survive’ and prepare for when this Covid storm passes. Despite the complications that have arisen with the pandemic, we at Centro Beta (the school) are determined that the training of our students remains at an excellent level. As a personal project, I will launch my own brand “Ziortza Zarauza Hair Lover” as a freelance trainer. I will have a catalogue of courses according to my tastes, and will offer specific colour, commercial collections and editorial courses on demand.

Q Being a trainer, what aspects do you see in your students that should be reinforced more?